AMIR RRAHMANI NEWS

Logs four clearances versus Juventus Rrahmani generated two tackles (zero won), two interceptions and four clearances in Sunday's 2-1 victory versus Juventus.

Impact Rrahmani was the busiest among the Napoli defenders, who were all a little caught off guard on the Juventus goal. He has avoided injuries in the last couple of months and has recorded tackles (five won), eight interceptions, 31 clearances and five blocks in the last seven matches, contributing to four clean sheets.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

10 clearances in clean sheet win Rrahmani registered two tackles (one won), 10 clearances and two interceptions in Sunday's 1-0 win over Roma.

Impact Rrahmani made 10 clearances as he helped his side keep a clean sheet as they picked up a big win over Roma. Since returning from a thigh injury, he has started four Serie A games in a row, making it six starts in total. The defender has made five or more clearances in four games this season in all competitions.

DECEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Logs four clearances against Qarabag Rrahmani (lower leg) won one of three tackles and had four clearances and two blocks in Tuesday's 2-0 win over Qarabag.

Impact Rrahmani shook off a bruise and played full minutes for the fourth time in the last five matches. He has contributed to three clean sheets over that span, tallying seven tackles (four won), four interceptions, 17 clearances and five blocks.

NOVEMBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Starting in Champions League Rrahmani (lower leg) is in the starting XI for Tuesday's clash with Qarabag.

Impact Rrahmani is back in the starting XI for Tuesday's clash with Qarabag after being deemed fully fit. He left before full-time against Atalanta, but the injury wasn't expected to be a serious one. Rrahmani is now back fit and is straight back in his usual role in the back three.

NOVEMBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Available midweek Rrahmani (knock) "was coming off some intense games, and we replaced him early for that, but he'll be an option against Qarabag," coach Antonio Conte informed.

Impact Rrahmani got banged up and ran out of gas in the second half of the Atalanta game, but he won't need to miss time and could stay in the XI in the Champions League unless the staff are really cautious. He has posted four tackles (three won), four interceptions, 13 clearances and three blocks in the last four matches since returning from injury, contributing to one clean sheet.

NOVEMBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves a little early against Atalnata Rrahmani drew one foul and had one tackle (one won) and one interception 64 minutes in Saturday's 3-1 victory versus Atalanta before exiting due to a knock, La Gazzetta dello Sport...

Impact Rrahmani was already scheduled to come out and got a little roughed up in a tackle right before the sub. There's not much concern about his status, but he could still be managed against Qarabag midweek because of the short turnaround. Juan Jesus would eventually get the nod in relief.

NOVEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Unused against Lecce Rrahmani (thigh) didn't play in Tuesday's 1-0 win over Lecce.

Impact Rrahmani wasn't deployed right away, as Juan Jesus and Alessandro Buongiorno went to distance in the shut-out victory. He'll eventually replace the former in the XI once he's 100 percent. Sam Beukema is also in the mix.

OCTOBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to bench Rrahmani (thigh) is on the bench for Wednesday's match against Lecce.

Impact Rrahmani was selected for Tuesday's match and has made the call for the contest, as the defender is an option from the bench. This ends a long absence dating back to the second match of the season, when he last saw the field. He will now work on earning back the starting role he held to begin the season.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Kevin De Bruyne Injury: How it Affects Napoli and Belgium's World Cup Qualifiers

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OCTOBER 27 • FOX SPORTS

Probable for Lecce contest Rrahmani (thigh) has been selected for Tuesday's match versus Lecce, Il Mattino reported.

Impact Rrahmani is in better shape after sitting out multiple fixtures due to consecutive thigh injuries in a row and will likely be eased into action. Two among Alessandro Buongiorno, Juan Jesus and Sam Beukema will get the nod. He notched three tackles (all won), two interceptions and eight clearances in two seasonal appearances, contributing to two clean sheets.

OCTOBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Antonio Conte vows to "bring the whip" as Napoli faces Inter Milan after 6-2 defeat

Antonio Conte is preparing Napoli for a crucial Serie A match against his former team Inter Milan on Saturday

OCTOBER 23 • Associated Press

Napoli lose at Torino after late VAR ruling and Inter beats Roma

Napoli's celebrations in Turin were cut short after a dramatic finish against Torino in Serie A

OCTOBER 18 • Associated Press

Won't be back right away Rrahmani (thigh) is targeting the Inter clash on October 25 for his return, Corriere dello Sport reported.

Impact Rrahmani suffered a relapse of a thigh injury shortly after recovering and will sit out at least two more fixtures. Sam Beukema and Luca Marianucci have filled in for him next to either Alessandro Buongiorno (thigh) or Juan Jesus.

OCTOBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Likely to skip two more contests Rrahmani (thigh) has yet to be given a firm timetable but will most likely be given the break to heal fully from his ailments, Goal reported.

Impact Rrahmani won't be called up for Wednesday's clash with Sporting CP and has slim chances to be available against Genoa after suffering a relapse of a thigh problem. Sam Beukema, Juan Jesus and Luca Marianucci will hold down the fort defensively in relief.

SEPTEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Milan clash Rrahmani (thigh) "won't be available Sunday," coach Antonio Conte announced.

Impact Rrahmani was an unused sub last week but went backwards in his recovery and he hasn't been able to train fully in recent days and will be spared ahead of the ensuing matches. Juan Jesus and Sam Beukema will be the only center-backs available for this one since Alessandro Buongiorno (thigh) is also hurt.

SEPTEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Stays on the bench against Pisa Rrahmani (thigh) didn't feature in Monday's 3-2 win over Pisa.

Impact Rrahmani was fit enough to be an option, but the coach erred on the side of caution, sticking with Alessandro Buongiorno and Sam Beukema and inserting Juan Jesus when the former subbed off. He'll have better chances of being fielded against Milan on Sunday with one more week of training under his legs.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Should be back versus Pisa Rrahmani was spotted in training Sunday and likely to be selected for Monday's match versus Pisa, Corriere dello Sport relayed.

Impact Rrahmani has recovered from a thigh injury he suffered during the international break and will compete and rotate with Sam Beukema going forward. He has helped keep two clean sheets in his two seasonal appearances, logging three tackles (all won), two interceptions and eight clearances.

SEPTEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

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SEPTEMBER 11 • Associated Press

Will miss some time Rrahmani has been diagnosed with a low-grade biceps femoris strain in his right thigh, Napoli reported.

Impact Rrahmani escaped with a minor injury but is expected to be sidelined for a couple of weeks, thus sitting out at least the Fiorentina and Manchester City matches after the break, Sky Italy reported. Two among Alessandro Buongiorno, Sam Beukema, Juan Jesus and Luca Marianucci will patrol the middle of the defense while he's on the mend.

SEPTEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Subs off in international game Rrahmani left Friday's match versus Switzerland in the second half due to an apparent right thigh problem, Il Mattino reported.

Impact Rrahmani was unable to complete the match due to a muscular issue and will be assessed by the Kosovar staff soon to determine whether he'll stay with the national team or head back to Naples before the second game on the schedule.

SEPTEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Logs five clearances in Sassuolo game Rrahmani won two of two tackles and had one block and five clearances in Saturday's 2-0 victory versus Sassuolo.

Impact Rrahmani played his part in containing the opponents and racked a decent amount of stats in the process. He could eventually cede minutes to Sam Beukema, but the coach is going with the players he's more familiar with for now. He has contributed to 18 clean sheets in the past campaign, starting every game and scoring once.

AUGUST 24 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in win which seals title Rrahmani assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Friday's 2-0 win against Cagliari.

Impact Rrahmani assisted Romelu Lukaku with his third assist of the season, which put Napoli 2-0 up in the game, which sealed the Serie A title. This was his fifth chance created in the last six matches when he has only created 11 all season.

MAY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Here's how Conte transformed Napoli from Serie A has-been back to title champion

Antonio Conte started the season apologizing to the Napoli fans

MAY 23 • Associated Press

Leads team to clean sheet Rrahmani recorded one shot (zero on goal) in Sunday's 2-0 victory versus Torino.

Impact Rrahmani helped the Napoli defensive effort Sunday to a clean sheet by leading the team with 10 clearances while also making two blocks and one interception. Over his last five appearances (five starts), the central defender has played the full 90 minutes in each appearance and averaged 7.2 clearances per appearance. Rrahmani has started in each of Napoli's 34 league fixtures this season, playing the full 90 minutes on 33 occasions.

APRIL 29 • ROTOWIRE

Commanding in Monza bout Rrahmani won two of two tackles and had eight clearances and one interception in Saturday's 1-0 victory over Monza.

Impact Rrahmani teamed up with Rafa Marin in this one and had a strong display as Monza attacked more than expected. He has logged three tackles (all won), seven interceptions, 32 clearances and four blocks in the last five fixtures, contributing to two clean sheets.

APRIL 20 • ROTOWIRE